Good morning, Boise.

Local residents and Boise Parks and Recreation will transform a long-neglected dirt lot next to the Charles McDevitt Youth Sports Complex into a vibrant community park with a basketball court, bike paths, a dog park, and a nature play area using $1.2 million in impact fees instead of city funds. The project is expected to finish by 2026—restoring the neighborhood space for all.

The Western Idaho Fair opens today and runs until August 24—offering rides, live music, food and events for families.

CBS 2 sponsors free admission on August 16 for those bringing a non-perishable food donation while active duty military and veterans enter for free on August 20.

The Boise County Sheriff's Office is asking the buyer of two stolen 2003 Honda CRF150 red dirt bikes reported missing from a Garden Valley resident last week to come forward and help with the investigation—officials note the bikes were sold without a bill of sale or title.

Firefighters limited the Rock Fire to 2,100 acres near Tamarack Resort on Thursday using calmer winds, engine crews, and aerial drops—crews continue to work through the night to contain the blaze.

The Boise and Payette forests have closed the area for public safety, and a map of the closures will be released tomorrow.

America250 in Idaho Committee is working to secure funding and resources for planned July 4, 2026 celebrations in the state.

Officials say the planning aims to help ensure that the milestone event is well-organized and engaging for local residents.

On August 11, Clover Valley recalled its 8-ounce instant coffee sold at Dollar General after a customer reported glass fragments in the product—swallowing glass can injure the mouth or throat.

Customers are advised to discard the coffee and contact Dollar General for a refund.

Jack Van Cleaf Live Performance

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $19.98 — Experience the blend of acoustic Americana and electrified indie music with Jack Van Cleaf.

Mt. Joy Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Idaho Botanical Garden — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of indie tunes in a beautiful garden setting.

Lamont Landers Live

7-11 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — $26.65 — Experience the raw truth in music with Lamont Landers and guests Billy Allen + The Pollies.

Trivia Night at Hap Hap Lounge

6-8 p.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Challenge your knowledge with weekly trivia hosted by Maddie.

Boise Greenbelt Walk

7:30-8:30 a.m. — Marianne Williams Park — Free entry — Stroll along the scenic Boise Greenbelt while spotting local wildlife and connecting with conservationists.

From Circuit to Soul: Crafting Emotion with Digital Instruments

5-7 p.m. — Trailhead — Free entry — Explore the intersection of modern instrument design and emotion with experts from Stonegate Creative.

Soul Juice by Jilly FM

10 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. — Hap Hap Lounge — Free entry — Experience a lively night of music with Soul Juice at the Hap Hap Lounge.

Summer Book & Booze After Hours Event

7-8:30 p.m. — Rediscovered Bookshop — $55 — Explore captivating reads while enjoying wine and local snacks in a cozy bookish atmosphere.

Cactus Moon Album Release

7 PM – 1 AM — Shrine Social Club — Cost details not specified — Experience the modern spaghetti western vibes of Cactus Moon with their memorable pop hooks and surf guitar riffs.

Circles Around The Sun Concert

7-11 p.m. — Shrine Social Club — Starts at $17.32 — Experience a cosmic disco journey with Circles Around The Sun and special guests.